In the late 1960s, Vanity Fare became a beloved pop band known for their sweet vocal harmonies and catchy pop melodies. The song "Hitchin' a Ride" was their biggest hit, a cheerful and optimistic tune with a very memorable melody. The song brought the band's name beyond the borders of the United Kingdom and introduced them to a global audience, becoming one of the classic songs of the era. The song was written by two songwriters, Peter Callander and Mitch Murray. "Hitchin' a Ride" was released a